Our Staff

President | Executive   Director
Kristi Meek, B.A., ACE
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Employee Q&A

What's your favourite thing about your job?

The people! Everyday presents diverse tasks allowing me to embrace my strategic, creative, caring, and fun sides. My life is full by choice, and doing what makes me happy. 

What Assiniboia Chamber of Commerce Pillar do you most align with?

Community and Connections. I love learning about what empowers businesses. Celebrating their successes fills me with inspiration, while during challenging times, I'm driven to offer comfort and solutions.

What do you enjoy doing in your free time?

I am an active golfer, cook, and traveller. I also love spending time with family and friends. I enjoy time to myself too; reading a book during a really good thunderstorm while enjoying Campbell’s tomato soup out of a mug is my go to for recharging.

Administrative Assistant
Amanda Gibson
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Employee Q&A

What's your favourite thing about your job?

I enjoy connecting with members, businesses and organizations in the community, building strong relationships and offering support to help them succeed.

What Assiniboia Chamber of Commerce Pillar do you align with most?

Advocacy. We are a voice for local businesses, ensuring their concerns are heard at all levels of government. Not only do we represent the interests of our members, we are helping to shape a strong business community. 

What do you enjoy doing in your free time?

Travelling, hot yoga, bike rides, watching a movie in the theatre and listening to true crime podcasts. For the last 15+ years I have also been a part of the artistic swimming community in Winnipeg.

Administrative Assistant:
Communications and Events
Sophie Cabral
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Employee Q&A

What's your favourite thing about your job?

Learning about the community and how connected the Chamber is with all of the members and people. Every time someone comes through the door it broadens my understanding of the Chamber's unwavering commitment to fostering relationships and supporting local growth.

What Assiniboia Chamber of Commerce Pillar do you most align with?

I most align with Community and Connections. Being employed with the Chamber again for the 2nd summer has shown me how much I'd like to learn and aid my community and witnessing the connections the Chamber has built is a huge inspiration to me.

What do you enjoy doing in your free time?

In my free time, I enjoy traveling, riding my bike, and reading a good book with a nice warm cup of tea but when the inspiration and motivation align painting is my passion. I especially love painting animals and sharing my art with my loved ones.

Administrative Assistant:
Policy Development
Addison Walpole
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Employee Q&A

What's your favourite thing about your job?

I enjoy learning about how the chamber integrates within the community and finding meaningful ways to contribute to its impact. The job helps me develop new skills and apply them not only to my work, but also to everyday situations, helping me grow both professionally and personally.

What Assiniboia Chamber of Commerce Pillar do you most align with?

Community and Connections. I enjoy building relationships and working collaboratively with others. Being part of a supportive environment allows me to contribute meaningfully.

What do you enjoy doing in your free time?

In my free time, I enjoy traveling and spending time outdoors, especially going on walks and bike rides. I also value quality time with family and friends, whether it's over a shared meal or a fun game night.